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An 8-day family trip to Vietnam without stepping on any thunderstorms

Don’t miss this family trip to Vietnam! Guilin on the sea in Halong Bay has endless scenery, and Nha Trang is free to explore and has a lot of fun. Come with your baby! / Vietnam has a profound historical heritage and many historic sites, such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Confucius. The scenery is beautiful, and the seaside scenery of Halong Bay is intoxicating. The regional customs are unique and the Vietnamese coffee is fragrant and unforgettable. / 🛤️Itinerary: Day 1: Shanghai - Ho Chi Minh City On the departure day, fly to Ho Chi Minh City and prepare to start your trip to Vietnam! Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee – Saigon Central Post Office – Ho Chi Minh City Art Museum – Tan Dinh Church – Thean Hou Temple Take an in-depth tour of Ho Chi Minh City, feel the blend of history and modernity, and appreciate the unique customs of southern Vietnam. Day 3: White Sand Dunes – Red Sand Dunes – Fairy Creek Visit the magical sand dunes of Mui Ne, experience the wonderful combination of desert and ocean, and then stroll along the Fairy Creek to feel the tranquility and harmony of nature. Day 4: Nha Trang Cathedral - Po Nagar Cham Pagoda - Chung Island Stone Cape Head to Nha Trang to visit the ancient cathedral and explore the relics of the Cham culture, then head to Chong Island Rock Cape to enjoy the stunning sea views and sunset. Day 5: Nha Trang Free day to enjoy the sun, beach and leisure time in Nha Trang! Day 6: Nha Trang - Hanoi - Ha Long Head to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of northern Vietnam. Upon arrival, transfer to Halong Bay, ready to explore this world-famous natural wonder. Day 7: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi West Lake - Hoan Kiem Lake - Ba Dinh Square - Ho Chi Minh's former residence - One Pillar Pagoda Visit the magnificent scenery of Halong Bay, then return to Hanoi to visit famous attractions such as West Lake and Hoan Kiem Lake to experience Vietnam's history and cultural heritage. Day 8: Hanoi-Shanghai After a pleasant trip to Vietnam, we set off from Hanoi back to Shanghai. / Must-visit attractions: 🌟 Ho Chi Minh City Art Museum Ho Chi Minh Museum of Art, a gathering place of art treasures! There are precious works from various periods here. It is of great significance to bring your children to have an art edification, which can be enjoyed by both parents and children. 🏜️ Red Sand Dunes Red Sand Dunes is more than just sandboarding fun! Deserts, lakes and tropical jungles provide a panoramic view of the triple beauty. It’s endless fun for families and children to travel together and experience the wonders of nature. / Some tips: 🛫 Airport transportation: Nha Trang Airport is far away from the city. It is recommended to depart 3 hours in advance to avoid missing the plane~ 💸 Currency exchange rate: The exchange rate between Vietnamese Dong and RMB fluctuates greatly. It is recommended to exchange locally or withdraw cash at an ATM. 📒 Visa information: Vietnam visas include separate paper visas, electronic visas and visas on arrival. You can choose according to your needs. It is safer to apply in advance! 🎁 Prices of specialty products: Vietnamese cashew nuts, mung bean cakes and other specialties are affordable and suitable for taking home as souvenirs~ / Travel to Vietnam and experience the different exotic customs. I hope you can also leave your own beautiful memories in this magical land! 🌟
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Posted: Jan 8, 2025
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